“What’s Happening” Spring 2021
By
Jan Wallace
In Alaska:
Canceled-----Mother’s Day Quilt Show in Homer
Undecided as of now----ALCQ show in Anchorage in September
July 1-31, 2021 Kenai River Quilt Walk
Sponsored by Soldotna Chamber of Commerce
Quilts will be displayed in 20 local businesses in Soldotna
August 26-Sept 6, 2021 Alaska State Fair in Palmer
alaskastatefair.org
see listing of times and place to enter pieces
Out of ALASKA… or via the computer:
Many quilt museums are offering FREE virtual programs and classes.
Google “Quilt Museums” then click on any one to see what is being offered
To find mental stimulation
Go to YouTube and type in “Textile Talks”
6 national organizations did talks this summer and they are found on youtube.com
Prop up your tablet, and do mundane tasks and enjoy the inspiration!!
Recent ones include:
“Creative Continuity with Joe Cunningham”
“Conversations with the Artists: Upcycle!”
“Amy Meisner”………………an Alaskan Art Quilter
Sociological/ Environmental issues:
“25 Million Stitches: One Stitch, One Refugee”
“Weaving the Forgotten Women of Science into the Fabric of History”
“Conversations with the Artists: Musical”
“Natural Dyes & the Natural Dye Garden”